Who handles the firing of the coach in NHL franchises?Yeah, that call isn't being made by Adams.
Who handles the firing of the coach in NHL franchises?
Tell me again about the talent on the Sabres roster -
I would argue that Toronto doesn't have those numbers because they have muckers crashing the net or a big time net front presence, they are at the top of that list because they move the puck so well , especially on the power play.
Granato has his team standing still on the PP trying to forcefeed a shot to stagnant players in the faceoff circles. Toronto moves the puck around, gets opponents chasing, them slides players to an open crease for tap ins from passes through wide open passing lanes.
sabres do not have the hockey IQ up the middle that Toronto has, and their wingers are not on the level of Marner or Nylander yet, but this group is still more talented than some teams that will make the postseason, and that is strictly on coaching.
I agree with everything in your posts, but does that a talent issue, or a coaching issue? Do you not think this team would play a different style if Adams had gone out and hired a more competent coach after firing Krueger, assuming the roster was the same? Or do you believe the talent is the heart of the problem here?They do what the coaching asks of them. They don't go to the net because that's not the identity he wants them to play. They are a one-and-done rush team and this reflects that. As does their terrible defense - one of the worst at odd-man rushes and breakaways all year for a 2nd straight season - and the chronic zone jumping.
I agree with everything in your posts, but does that a talent issue, or a coaching issue? Do you not think this team would play a different style if Adams had gone out and hired a more competent coach after firing Krueger, assuming the roster was the same? Or do you believe the talent is the heart of the problem here?
Is there a source for the first claim? I don't doubt you, Chain. I'm just dumbfounded an NHL coach who I assume has watched a lot of playoff hockey would believe that controlling possession and going to the dirty areas isn't the blueprint for success in the playoffs. Avoiding physical play and relying on scoring off the rush has never once been the core of a contender's success.They do what the coaching asks of them. They don't go to the net because that's not the identity he wants them to play. They are a one-and-done rush team and this reflects that. As does their terrible defense - one of the worst at odd-man rushes and breakaways all year for a 2nd straight season - and the chronic zone jumping.
Is there a source for the first claim? I don't doubt you, Chain. I'm just dumbfounded an NHL coach who I assume has watched a lot of playoff hockey would believe that controlling possession and going to the dirty areas isn't the blueprint for success in the playoffs. Avoiding physical play and relying on scoring off the rush has never once been the core of a contender's success.
There's a reason Jeannot cost so much at last year's deadline, and I can guarantee you Colorado likely preferred Mitts over any of our other centers. If I were Adams and Granato- I'd wonder long and hard why these top tier contenders are willing to pay the premium for players that are either good two way centers or rugged wingers who can play a regular shift in the top-9.
They’re going to waste another year over the money. Never, ever, ever forget what matters here. And never pretend it’s otherwise.
One thing that didn't sit well with me was a comment from Razor last season during an up and down stretch of games, he commented on Don and the staff, and said, (paraphrasing) "you will never meet a nicer group of guys than this entire coaching staff. They are always happy at work, joking and having fun, and always just pleasant to be around, no matter the day".The coach asks for certain things that contribute to how they play AND there is a talent issue in what is missing. 2/3rds of their problems I would lay at the feet of Don and his Chill Bros.
I wish I could believe youReporters / GM saying that Granato is safe is a good thing. Usually in the past when stuff like that is said the guy gets fired a couple weeks later.
I was told that they couldn’t take the slow, patient approach the past two offseasons because of the drought and fan backlash.Based on how this season is going on ice, plus how contentious the team/city relationship is right now, If this team tries to run it back with Donnie we will be in full reset mode up and down the roster/FO.
If these guys are really it, it’s imperative we reset the coaching staff at the very least.
I would argue that Toronto doesn't have those numbers because they have muckers crashing the net or a big time net front presence, they are at the top of that list because they move the puck so well , especially on the power play.
Granato has his team standing still on the PP trying to forcefeed a shot to stagnant players in the faceoff circles. Toronto moves the puck around, gets opponents chasing, them slides players to an open crease for tap ins from passes through wide open passing lanes.
sabres do not have the hockey IQ up the middle that Toronto has, and their wingers are not on the level of Marner or Nylander yet, but this group is still more talented than some teams that will make the postseason, and that is strictly on coaching.
Who handles the firing of the coach in NHL franchises?
I was mocked two offseasons ago for stating a real concern at the inaction and Adams’ statements that lacked any logic whatsoever. I was told last off-season was when he’d make his moves.I was told that they couldn’t take the slow, patient approach the past two offseasons because of the drought and fan backlash.
Each time Adams said, “Hold my beer.”
They should shake up the coaching staff. They don’t have to.
Granato has coached the Sabres for 267 games and has a .491 winning percentage.
Dan Bylsma coached the Sabres for 164 games and had a .485 winning percentage.
So, essentially the same numbers but Bylsma only got 2 years.
How can you justify giving Granato another season ESPECIALLY after what has happened this year?
Abysmal was sacked in no small part because the players, particularly Eichel, told ownership they wouldn't play for him. It seems the current group all like Don so that sort of demand hasn't been made.
Because Granato overachieved with his roster every year except this one. I think it’s probably time to move on but let’s not act like nearly everybody had the Sabres finishing last or close to it in 21-22 and 22-23Granato has coached the Sabres for 267 games and has a .491 winning percentage.
Dan Bylsma coached the Sabres for 164 games and had a .485 winning percentage.
So, essentially the same numbers but Bylsma only got 2 years.
How can you justify giving Granato another season ESPECIALLY after what has happened this year?
It’s a country club, not an asylum. Everyone is happy, no reason to chance a thing.Right. I remember that now.
So it seems nothing has changed. The inmates run the asylum.